Category Archives: Autism

Nurturing Care Day of Learning Updates

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins
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Non-Speaking Autistic People and Worship

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins
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Non-Speaking Autistic People and the Church

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins
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Non or Minimally Speaking Autistic Children

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins

The second session of our #NTS Nurturing Care/KC initiative included a presentation for Dr. Léon van Ommen, University of Aberdeen, Divinity and Religious Studies Department, Department Member and co-chair of the Centre for Autism and Theology. The presentation, Non- and … Continue reading →

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Day of Learning With Dr. Léon van Ommen

Posted on February 26, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins
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Dr. Léon van Ommen on Faith Matters Blog

Posted on February 19, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins

“The history of how churches deal with people with special needs isn’t especially uplifting. The good news is that some people are trying to teach congregations how to do better with all this.” NTS’ Nurturing Care is making strides to accomplish this goal. Continue reading →

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Creative Special Needs Ministry

Posted on February 18, 2024 by Dean G. Blevins
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